ROMAINE SALAD WITH APPLE VINAIGRETTE

Romaine Salad with Apple Vinaigrette image

Looking for a salad that's simple but special? This one is always a hit when I bring it to a potluck at work. I blend apples into the vinaigrette and mix them with the romaine, too.

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories Lunch

Time 30m

Yield 8 servings (1 cup vinaigrette).

Number Of Ingredients 13

Ingredients

1/3 cup chopped peeled tart apple
1/3 chopped peeled ripe pear
1/4 cup unsweetened apple juice
2 tablespoons cider vinegar
1 tablespoon lemon juice
1/4 teaspoon salt
1/4 teaspoon pepper
1/4 cup canola oil
SALAD:
8 cups torn romaine
2 medium apples, thinly sliced
1/2 cup pine nuts, toasted
1-1/2 cups crumbled feta cheese

Steps:

In a blender, combine the first seven ingredients. Cover and process for 30 seconds or until smooth. While processing, gradually add oil in a steady stream., In a serving bowl, combine the romaine, apples and pine nuts. Drizzle with vinaigrette; sprinkle with cheese.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 200 calories, Fat 15g fat (3g saturated fat), Cholesterol 11mg cholesterol, Sodium 284mg sodium, Carbohydrate 11g carbohydrate (6g sugars, Fiber 3g fiber), Protein 7g protein.